Thymus citriodorus

Thymus citriodorus

Botanical Name: Thymus citriodorus Common Names: Lemon Thyme, Citrus Thyme, Herb, Native: No Foliage Type: Evergreen Plant Type: Herbs & Vegetables Plant Habit: Mat Forming, Shrub Like

Description: Attractive lemon flavoured herb with green foliage and pink flowers in late spring and summer. Great for adding contrast to other plants in containers or use in the kitchen by adding to marinades and savoury dishes. Grows approx 20cm tall x 20cm wide.

Mature Height: 15-30cm Position: Full Sun, Semi Shade Mature Width: <30cm Soil Type: Well Drained

Family Name: Lamiaceae Landscape Use(s): Balcony / Roof, Borders / Shrubbery, Courtyard, Edible Garden, Fragrant Garden, Groundcover, Lawn Alternatives, Mass Planting, Rockery, Origin: Europe Tropical Garden, Container / Pot

Characteristics: Pest & Diseases: Foliage Colours: Green Generally trouble free Flower Colours: Pink

Flower Fragrant: No Cultural Notes: Flowering Season: Spring, Summer Easy to grow shrub preferring a well-drained soil and a sunny site. Trim after Fruit: Insignificant flowering to shape and feed with a liquid or slow release fertiliser.

Requirements: Growth Rate: Moderate Plant Care: Annual slow release fertiliser, Keep moist during dry periods, Liquid feed Maintenance Level: Low Water Usage: Medium / Moderate

Tolerances: Drought: Medium / Moderate Frost: Tender Wind: Tender

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